Zinger #13 - Rest insured
As a buyer, you will legally have possession of your new home right after midnight on possession day. Your ownership happens even before you have the keys and signed all final documentation. It is not possible to transfer insurance from one owner to the next.
Make sure that your house is insured the day of possession.
Zinger #12 - As the curtain falls
You want to get the final applause on your home. It is time to sell, sell, sell. Take down heavy floral drapes and replace them with sheers that will let in lots of lights. Update the window treatments at a reasonable price with ready made sheers, roman blinds and bamboo rollers.
Be ready to take a final bow.
Zinger #11 - Lay down your weary head
Buy some toss cushions. Winners/ Homesense stores have a great pillow selection and some are dirt cheap. These will freshen up the living, family and bedrooms. If your dog sleeps on the sofa, you might want to put out the pillows only when there is a scheduled showing of your home.
Feather your nest.
Zinger #10 - Pot
Okay, none of that either but I want you to toss out the pot pourri. The perfume is always awful. Nothing says “sad and desperate” like a big bowl of dead leaves, acorns, pine cones and bark.
Say “Bye Bye” to the Pot
Zinger #9 - This little light of mine…..
Yes, those low watt bulbs are fantastic for the environment BUT… if they take 2 minutes to warm up, buyers will have walked out of the room and not seen how wonderful your home is. For the days or weeks that your house is on the market, think increased wattage.
Shine a little light on your sale.
Zinger #8 - Black and White and Red all Over
No, not the newspaper (What is black and white and read all over?) but colour. Every room in your home should have a touch of black for impact. If you are buying new bathroom fixtures, you will not offend with white. Find a way to add a bit of red to the family room or livingroom. Less is more.
You won’t want the buyer seeing red.
Zinger #7 - If I had a nickel for every….
Are you going to change the drawer pulls and handles in your kitchen? Consider brushed nickel. This metal is very current, does not show all the finger prints of your spouse and children, and gives an instant update.
This nickel is worth more than 5 cents.
Zinger #6 - Pass the salt, please.
If it is the dead of winter, ice will form on the sidewalks and stairs. Make sure that you salt your walkways and stairs before showings. If you want, use kitty litter as an alternative to sidewalk salt. Imagine a real buyer trying to sign the offer with his arms in casts from slipping and falling on your property.
Throw some salt over your left shoulderand onto the sidewalk.
Zinger #5 - Have you got the guts?
Are your gutters so packed with debris that things are growing in the muck? There is definitely no market for a house with little maple trees growing in the gutters. Not only is it unsightly but it also risks water penetration into the house. Clean gutters allow water to run away from the house.
Have some guts.
Zinger #4 - Get the edge
To give your house an edge and increase curb appeal, edge your lawn around the walks, trees and flower beds. Fresh edging hints that you have been caring for the house and yard. While this may be a couple of hours of work, it will be an excellent return on your invested time.
Edge out your competition.
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Welcome
My name is Valerie Zinger. I am a Realtor in Ottawa. I look forward to listing your property or helping you find your home.
Phone: 613-723-5300 Click here to contact Valerie by Email at:
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